Counsellor

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Melbourne, Victoria
In-Office
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Healthtech
HCA is Australia's largest diversified healthcare provider.
The Role
The Counsellor will provide individual and group counselling, conduct psychosocial assessments, and develop treatment plans for detainees, ensuring their wellbeing and safety.
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Company Description

Healthcare Australia (HCA) is a major provider of healthcare services across Australia, including allied health, primary care, recruitment, NDIS, care services, and training.

In December 2024, we commenced providing health, mental health and wellbeing services across the onshore Immigration Detention network.  Our team, which includes nurses, general practitioners, and allied health professionals, offer a wide range of healthcare services to detainees, such as triaging, medication, wound management, immunisation, and other clinical procedures.  HCA also introduced a Virtual Care Centre (VCC), a 24/7 service that provides remote healthcare through telehealth and video consultations, helping to enhance onsite care for detainees.

Job Description

Join us in bringing a new approach to medical and wellbeing care for detainees by:

  • Providing individual and group counselling sessions to address a broad spectrum of psychosocial issues.

  • Conducting detailed psychosocial assessments to identify client needs and strengths, and developing personalized treatment plans.

  • Offering immediate support and intervention during crisis situations, ensuring the safety and well-being of clients.

  • Maintaining accurate and up-to-date client records, including assessment results, treatment plans, and progress notes, in compliance with legal and ethical standards.

                                               ***Casual or 0.2 FTE position available***

Let's talk about you!

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counselling, or a related field, and have a minimum of two years’ experience in a counselling or social work role, preferably supporting diverse populations with a range of psychosocial issues. They must also maintain current registration with a recognised professional body, such as ACA or PACFA, including ACA Level 2+ or an equivalent industry association.

You’ll bring your passion for Primary Health Care and be rewarded with:

• 7% discount on BUPA Private Health Insurance.
• Extra leave benefits, including a day off for your birthday.
• Salary packaging and novated leasing options through SmartGroup.
• Ongoing training, professional development, and education allowances.
• The chance to be part of a respected Australian organisation with over 3,000 employees.
• A supportive and innovative team shaping the future of healthcare technology in Australia.

For more questions, feel free to contact [email protected]

Veterans are encouraged to apply. At HCA we are committed to embracing diversity and providing a safe, inclusive workplace for all.

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The Company
HQ: Melbourne, Victoria
2,163 Employees
Year Founded: 1972

What We Do

Healthcare Australia (HCA) is Australia’s largest diversified healthcare provider, operating nationwide across all sectors of health including primary health care, and acute care. We connect healthcare professionals, organisations, and people to provide end-to-end healthcare solutions. By filling the healthcare skills gap, we ensure Australians always have the support they need—making us Australia's #1 healthcare solutions provider.

We're highly experienced:
With over 50 years of experience connecting healthcare workforce with those needing support and care, we understand what works. The Healthcare Australia Group delivers quality, efficient, and flexible solutions nationwide with confidence.

We're dynamic:
HCA is known for our quick reflexes and it’s how we’re able to support Private, Public, Federal, State, and Territory Government and Health Departments. As a leading healthcare solutions provider, we're always ready to respond to urgent needs from customers, employees, or patients. Being active and responsive is fundamental to our identity.

We're human:
We're a team of over 15,000 passionate and committed healthcare workers and clinicians improving the health of our community. While embracing innovation through technology, we remain people-focused. We value human relationships and strive to make meaningful differences in lives across Australia.

We’re prepared:
Our years of experience have helped us develop comprehensive compliance frameworks and governance protocols—a key reason why leading private and public healthcare facilities choose us as their preferred provider.
Our compliance framework supports HCA health professionals in delivering safe, compliant care, ensuring our clients receive fully credentialed staff who are fit for purpose.

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